Category: New York

Posted By:
George-Ruland
Field Editor

Suffolk 12-14-2010 04:00
Cloudy, Snow Flurries – 25-30 Degrees – Open Water
Light dusting of snow. Temps back in the 20s. Birds heading south again. Winds may pick up later this AM. Watch the roads, ramps, and access to blinds. Hunt safe and BWTBWTB, GNR.

Posted By:
George-Ruland
Field Editor

Mid Suffolk 12-11-2010 07:12
Sunny & Clear, Winds Calm – 25-30 Degrees – Open Water
Happy Holidays to All… . / Some ice on ramps and channels. Bays are open in general. You know the drill. Hunt safe, GNR.

Posted By:
George-Ruland
Field Editor

Suffolk 12-09-2010 05:12
Sunny & Clear, Winds Calm – 10-20 Degrees – Open Water
Real cold push here the the Northeast. Take heed! // Think safety first,especially around ramps and shore lines. Remember you can get hypothermia even when not wet. One of the first signs of hypothermia is that you do not think rationally…. . (Think about that statement while you are awake and warm). It’s no joke…. . Dogs also get hypothermia. Be prepared ahead of time. Then you will have an enjoyable time out. BWTBWTB and SHAO, GNR.

Posted By:
George-Ruland
Field Editor

Mid-Suffolk Co. 12-06-2010 08:58
Sunny & Clear, High Winds – 25-30 Degrees – Open Water
Season does not reopen until TOMORROW! Brandt will remain closed until Dec. 17th. Ramps, small creeks and channels are frozen. Wind chills are in the low 20s this AM. Gale force winds are predicted for the reopener on Tuesday. Dress accordingly. Boat safe. Hunt safe. BWTBWTB, GNR.

Posted By:
Cedar Point MJC
Guest

Watermill, NY 12-05-2010 08:25
Sunny & Clear, High Winds – 40-45 Degrees
Hunted opening day at channel pond on the east end. Didn’t see as many birds as we were hoping for, but we did bag several gadwall, a mallard and two canadas. Looking forward to our next hunt and the rest of the season. Good luck to everyone and Happy Holidays!

Posted By:
George-Ruland
Field Editor

Mid-Suffolk 12-02-2010 08:36
Sunny & Clear, Winds Calm – 30-34 Degrees – Open Water
Great waterfowling weather for the opener around the island…. . Cold temps and high winds had the birds moving. Challenging shooting for sure, especially for those that did not have the wind to their backs. Most everyone had their Black Duck…. . Some had geese, mallards, and a few divers mixed in. No reports from down west or from the east end. I will have to make some calls. Hunt safe, GNR.

Posted By:
George-Ruland
Field Editor

Suffolk Mid-Island 11-29-2010 09:16
Sunny & Clear, Winds Calm – 35-40 Degrees
I had a e-mail from Ron Sineo of South Shore Waterfowlers Assoc. yesterday announceing that the long awaited dedication of their Wounded Warriors project, a handicapped blind at Southaven Park, will take place today Nov. 29th, 12:30 PM at the check in station on River Road on the east side of the park. The project was made possible by the joint efforts of SSWA, Suffolk County Parks, and Riverhead Building Supplies. Food will be served. Come down and show your support for our warriors.

Posted By:
George-Ruland
Field Editor

Suffolk Mid-island 11-22-2010 09:54
Sunny & Clear, Winds Calm – 50-60 Degrees
A lot of shooting going on around the south shore bays on the weekend of the 13th and 14th…. . Seems like the Youth Days had a good turn out. Well done. // Fair numbers of ducks, geese, and Brandt are now about the island for the opener. Sea ducks are about and still arriving….. . Get out and enjoy the total experience. Think safety first. Have a great start to the season. // Support Ducks Unlimited and Delta Waterfowl. Check out South Shore Waterfowlers Association,Inc. at sswa.org . Have a great holiday weekend, GNR.

Posted By:
Paul-Visentin
Field Editor

Eastern long island. 11-04-2010 09:56
Sunny & Clear, High Winds – 50-60 Degrees
Took the boat out for the first time this year and had a good dry run with the trailer and boat. Saw very few ducks, but did see acouple flocks of brant. Seems like they are becoming more and more common here on eastern long island. Last year was the first season we killed them on a constant basis while hunting puddle ducks. Hope to see some new birds in the next few weeks. I’ll get some scouting done this weekend and report on Monday, Thanks.

Posted By:
George-Ruland
Field Editor

Mid-Island 10-14-2010 16:52
Cloudy, Occassional Rain Showers – 50-60 Degrees
Peconic Bays Chapter of DU will host a dinner event on Friday Oct. 29th at Vinyard Caterers in Aquebogue. Contact Rob Koch at 631-806-8182. // The South Bays Chapter of DU will host a dinner event on Friday Nov. 5th at the Rock Hill Country Club in Manorville. Contact Carl Lucas at 631-878- 1146.

Posted By:
George-Ruland
Field Editor

Mid-Island 10-09-2010 09:06
Sunny & Clear, Winds Calm – 50-60 Degrees
SSWA 30th Annual Duckboat Show and Waterfowl Festival will be held Oct. 24th at the Cedar Beach Marina, Ocean Parkway, Babylon, NY. For vendor applications visit sswa.org. /// Delta Waterfowls L I Chapter is having a dinner event this year. It will be held at Villamonico in West Islip, LI on Saturday November 13th. For information contact Rocco Castellano at 631-737-2725 // Youth days for Long Island this year are Nov. 13th and 14th. Do your part to preserve the tradition…. .

Posted By:
Paul-Visentin
Field Editor

Eastern long island. 10-03-2010 13:56
Cloudy, High Winds – 50-60 Degrees
down training the dogs in western Peconic today. it definetly feels like fall today. Didn’t see many birds but the water is warm and super clean. 62 degree’s. soon we will be shooting some seaducks. didn’t see any but i wasn’t really in the big part of the bay. Hope to get the duck boat in the water this coming weekend and find a few new spots for this coming season. Scouting reports to following once birds start showin up.

Posted By:
Paul-Visentin
Field Editor

shinnecock area. 09-17-2010 07:01
Cloudy, High Winds – 50-60 Degrees
I was down training the dog yesterday along Shinnecock bay yesterday. Didn’t see any new birds flying around just the same few black ducks I have seen all summer. Very few mallards and haven’t seen any teal. I will say the bay is loaded with bait… There has been very clean water, good habitat and very little trash all summer. It’s nice to see everyone’s hard work paying off. Take more than what you brought in. We have been taking trash out of the marsh every time we hunt and it really does make a difference. I’ll be working on the duck boat all weekend so when it comes time to scout I will be ready.

Posted By:
Paul-Visentin
Field Editor

Eastern long island. 09-16-2010 06:50
Sunny & Clear, Winds Calm – 60-65 Degrees
Well, guys it’s that time of year again. Me and a few of my friends hunted a recently disked corn field in watermill. The geese only flew for about an hour after first light. All groups were 3 to 8 birds, no big flocks. All birds were non vocal. 4 of us ended up killing 11 and missing a few other. It was nice to finally get out in the field in September and it actually be cool. Temp was around 60. Haven’t really seen many ducks yet. But I am all sure that will change soon. I will have scouting reports as soon as there is something to report. Busy right now getting the duck boat ready and painting decoys… George, I hope you had a good summer. You ready for another season?

Posted By:
George-Ruland
Field Editor

Suffolk Co. 08-22-2010 10:19
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The L.I. Chapter of Delta Waterfowl will meet Sept 21st at 7 PM in West Islip at The American Legion Hall.

The Ocean County Decoy Show and Waterfowler Festival will be held on Sept. 25-26 in Tuckerton, New Jersey.

Posted By:
George-Ruland
Field Editor

Suffolk Co. 08-04-2010 09:05
Cloudy, High Winds – Over 70 Degrees
The first fall meeting of the South Shore Waterfowlers Association will be at 7:30 PM on Sept. 13th at the Brightwaters Library on route 27A. If you are interested in joining, and would like to get a news letter, and you can’t attend send $25 dues along with your name address and e-mail address to South Shore Waterfowlers Assoc. P.O.Box 217 Brightwaters, NY 11718.

Posted By:
George-Ruland
Field Editor

05-19-2010 09:17
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Delta Waterfowl, Long Island Chapter, is having a Sporting Clays fund raiser on June 12th at the Suffolk County Trap and Skeet Range. 100 clays, 12 stands.. . $60 per person includes BBQ and refreshments… . Contact Rocco Castellano at 631-820-1253.

Posted By:
George-Ruland
Field Editor

Suffolk Co. 04-15-2010 13:50
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DUs South Shore Dinner will be held on April 27th at the Manor East in Massapequa. Contact Marty DarConte 631-697-7400.
Friday May 7th The South Bay Chapter of DU will host a Tribute to John Everitt at The Sunset Harbor in East Patchogue. Contact Jim at 286-6335.
Also in May, DU’s North Shore Dinner will be at the Swan Club in Glen Head. Contact Stephen Melbinger 516-429-9951.

Posted By:
George-Ruland
Field Editor

Suffolk Co. 03-13-2010 07:32
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March 6th is The South Shore Waterfowlers Curt Matzinger Dinner at The Fisherman’s Catch in Point Lookout. Call 631-661-0379.
March 27-28th is the Gun Show at Local 25 IBEW Hall, Motor Pkwy., Hauppauge.
April 9th The Western Suffolk DU Dinner at Capt. Bill’s Restaurant, Bay shore. Call 631-581-2857.

Posted By:
George-Ruland
Field Editor

Mid Suffolk 01-27-2010 08:43
Sunny & Clear, Winds Calm – 30-34 Degrees – Open Water
Jan. 29th thru the 31st is the NY Sportsmen’s Outdoors Expo at The Nassau Coliseum. Tickets at the door of the Expo Center… .
Feb. 1st the South Shore Waterfowlers Association meeting is at the Brightwaters Library.
Feb. 5th is the Riverhead DU Dinner at Georgio’s in Baiting Hallow. Call 631-727-4479
Feb 6th – 14th is the Eastern Sports and Outdoor Show, Harrisburg, PA.
Hunt safe, GNR.

Posted By:
Cedar Point MJC
Guest

Watermill, NY 01-22-2010 04:43
Sunny & Clear, Winds Calm – 35-40 Degrees
Shot the cornfield again yesterday with good results. The birds we took came as singles and doubles first, before a switch to larger groups. The majority of birds flew latter. We shot a full limit and after the hunt had marinated and smoked goose breast slices with dipping sauce, venison sausage, pickles, roasted pecans, and italian pastries. Beverage provided by Mr. Coors. A great day!

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Cedar Point MJC
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Watermill, NY 01-15-2010 01:15
Sunny & Clear, Winds Calm – 35-40 Degrees
Hunted same corn field on Thursday as last week with great results. Again we all limited out on honkers and the hunt was over by 9:30. One goose I shot came down finally after crashing into a work truck parked on the side of the road! Exciting hunt! Go get ’em !

Posted By:
George-Ruland
Field Editor

Mid LI 01-10-2010 08:04
Arctic Blast – 10-20 Degrees – Open Water
As the temps drop into the teens the mid island bays and harbors have continued to freeze up. On Thursday we had 60% open waters. Today it could be down to as little as 20%. Numbers of birds on the south shore bays continue to be low. Reports from the north shore were the same as of Thursday. Friends on the North Fork have had continued success with the dark geese this week. As stated by Cedar Point MJC the dark goose action on the South Fork is also good. No reports from the west. I would expect that Brandt and dark geese shooting should be good, as long as, access is available. Get out and do some scouting… . Wind chills are in the single digits and water temps are in the high 30s. Take caution. Hunt safe, GNR.

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Cedar Point MJC
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Watermill, NY 01-07-2010 11:52
Sunny & Clear, High Winds – 30-34 Degrees – Ice
Hunted this am in a corn field with my buds. No action until 8am then we were swarmed. We took a full limit each without hurrying and were still done by 9am. To me it was a perfect day with good shooting and thousands of geese flying. Hope the rest of you were able to get out and did well. P.S. Anyone spot that lab?

Posted By:
George-Ruland
Field Editor

LI-Mid 01-04-2010 12:16
Sunny & Clear, High Winds – 25-30 Degrees – Open Water
Reports from the east over the holidays indicated good action in the fields for geese. The Fire Island side of Bellport and Great South Bay has been iced in. These bays are for the most part open, but are not showing the usual numbers of divers. Access from some ramps has been limiting. High winds have hampered open water shooting. No reports from the west. Some migrants continue to arrive in small numbers on both north and south shores. Hunt safe, GNR.

Posted By:
Paul-Visentin
Field Editor

MISSING LAB, LONG ISLAND. 01-02-2010 20:42
Mostly Sunny, No Precipitation – 35-40 Degrees
My parents rust color lab went missing 4pm, friday night from flanders, long island NY home. The dog is very friendly. The 7 year old rudy has been missing since 4pm friday afternoon. 1/1/10. Any information would be helpful there is also a reward/no questions asked. Dog was last seen around rt 24/ pleasure DRIVE area. Please call 516-816-6355 or 516-924-9077 or home 631-727-8587…PAUL OR TONY VISENTIN… Please local hunters spread the word for this local hunting / family dog. Please call with any info what so ever…. hunting is on hold until my dads dog turns up.. THANK YOU ALL IN ADVANCE. TELL EVERYONE YOU KNOW. IAM SURE HE IS GOING TO TURN UP AND IS STILL IN THE AREA.

Posted By:
whistlestopper
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sodus bay 12-30-2009 18:28
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Does anyone other than from long island read any of this? How about all of the duck hunters from the rest of the state? Come on guys lets start shaing some info. I hunted sodas today and it was freezing cold but we killed 27 ducks between 5 of us. Mostly divers but that is what we do this time of the year, I am happy just to be hunting because were I live we closed Dec 12th 3 days after the ducks showed up!

Posted By:
Paul-Visentin
Field Editor

eastern long island. 12-28-2009 07:03
Cloudy, High Winds – 30-34 Degrees – Ice
Hunted eastern long island. Tidal salt marsh. We were rigged out by noon 12/26 Saturday. After breaking about 500 yards of 3 inch ice and shoveling the ramp to get to our spot, well to say it was hot was an understatement. I killed our first black duck while we were setting the rig. Loading a gun before setting the decoys has paid off so many times this season. From 12 to 3:30 it was nonstop black duck and gadwall action from 3:30 to 4:30 it was non-stop mallard action. We were able to shoot a 4 man limit of black ducks, mallards and gadwall. What an amazing afternoon. All birds where shot under 30 yards. If they didn’t decoy we didn’t shoot. We also shot a 3 man limit of brant. All I can say is hard work pays off. Knowing that these birds never knew we were there is so rewarding. Standing up to shoot and the birds still not knowing we are there is an unreal feeling. The endless hours spent grassing and painting decoys are all worth it for a shoot like this. I hope everyone else did well this weekend. All mallards were stuffed with corn. I am sure the guys in the corn fields made out this weekend as well. Good luck to all. Work hard, scout and hunt ethically. The birds are here. Put in your time and you will see great results. “Ur not killing ducks, unless you drop em in the rig, everything else is just sky busting. “

[Edited By Paul-Visentin on 2009-12-28 07:03]

Posted By:
Cedar Point MJC
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South Haven county park 12-25-2009 07:14
– – 30-34 Degrees – Open Water
Talked yesterdy with a buddy who shot South Haven Park on Thursday afternoon with some of our buddies. Plenty of open water and good shooting. Lots of ducks flying. They got in the afternoon shoot and heard the morning shoot had to turn away some hunters because there was so many. I’m going out again on the 30th with Deerfield Guide Services for geese. Good luck to all and Merry Christmas!

Posted By:
Paul-Visentin
Field Editor

eastern long island. 12-23-2009 10:25
Sunny & Clear, Winds Calm – 10-20 Degrees – Open Water
Very few boat ramps open on eastern long island. My spot where I always launch my boat has over 6 feet of snow in front of it. I haven’t been able to scout much most of the water I can see from most areas is frozen. I feel in the dark. I don’t know anyone that has been out and I haven’t been able to do any scouting we went from being too nice, too maybe having too much weather. If I had to guess I bet we lost allot of birds. I Will be on the water all weekend will report Monday.

Thank You.

Posted By:
Cedar Point MJC
Guest

Brdgehampton, NY 12-21-2009 17:05
– – 25-30 Degrees – Ice
Hunted Long Pond on Saturday,opened a good size hole in the ice, put out the decoys and enjoyed a memorable hunt. We bagged a nice mix of ducks and geese. All totaled we had 13 ducks and 10 geese and a tip of the hat to the weather which really helped. My buddy was able to get out in the storm Sunday on a layout hunt and did well. Good luck with rest of the season.

Posted By:
Paul-Visentin
Field Editor

eastern long island. 12-20-2009 19:27
Cloudy, High Winds – 30-34 Degrees – Ice
Hunted saturday morning the 19th before the big storm. At first light we had 4 black ducks come right in and we killed 2. After that we had 6 mallards decoys right in and we killed 4 out of 6. After that it was non stop until about 9am. Wind was right and birds work perfectly. We passed on allot of shots because so many birbs were pitching in under 20 yards. We ended up with 8 mallards and a 3 man limit of black ducks. We were back out in the afternoon with a new group and 5 hunters this time. My boats holds 3 guys and we towed two ponds boxes cause we were figuring it was going to be red hot. From 1pm to 4:30pm it was prety much non stop. We had a 1/2 hour window where it was snowing really hard and birds didnt move but other than that we had non stop action. We had a 5 man limit of black ducks and 8 mallards. what unreal shooting. We were all pumped to hunt sunday morning. with the snow storm. My truck and boat were buired in 20 plus inches of snow. I couldn’t get my truck or boat out. PLus the roads weren’t plowed. I don’t know any one that was able to get out and shoot on eastern long island this morning. SOME spots had over 24 inches. I know the geese have no where to go. they were flying all morning. Hopefully I can get out of work early one day this week. how did everyone else make out. george did u hunt on saturday????

Posted By:
George-Ruland
Field Editor

Mid-LI 12-18-2009 08:45
Sunny & Clear, High Winds – 10-20 Degrees – Open Water
There is some ice in and around the ramps and creeks this AM. The ramps themselves are iced. Bring soome ash or cat litter with you for safe footing and tire traction… . Hunt safe. BWTBWTB, GNR.

Posted By:
Cornbread
Web Member

Mid-LI 12-14-2009 14:21
Sunny & Clear, Winds Calm – 35-40 Degrees
A good number of puddlers have arrived about the island in the past two days. I saw very good numbers of Mallards today. Diver numbers are also on the increase. Happy Holidays to all, GNR.

Posted By:
Paul-Visentin
Field Editor

eastern long island. 12-13-2009 14:48
Sunny & Clear, High Winds – 30-34 Degrees – Ice
Tech, is an amazing thing. I am actually writing this report 33,000 feet in the air on a southwest flight headed south for work this week. I hunted thursday morning on a fresh water pond thst usually this time of year is loaded with birds. in 3 hours of hunting we killed 5 mallards and 2 teal. Very few other birds visited the pond maybe we saw 30 birds all morning. Numbers are way down from what I have seen. I hunted friday again another fresh water pond with similar conditions and all we managed were 2 gesse. There numbers are also way down come pair to last year. Hopefully the cold weather up north will push some birds down. I will be back home for next weekend to hit it hard again. More reports to follow. George how are you finding things. We have been focusing on puddle ducks and geese and action has been minimal. thank you….

[Edited By Paul-Visentin on 2009-12-13 14:49]

Posted By:
hunter101
Web Member

LONG ISLAND,NY 12-12-2009 09:43
Sunny & Clear, High Winds – 35-40 Degrees
We had some good action this week on the 2nd opener. we had Rich,Ernie,morris and fred out. They missed some early Mergansers that decoyed into the spread at shooting time. Then it got quiet for some time. we moved to sea duck hunting during mid day. The guys did well on Old squaw and nailed a scoter. we set up for the afternoon hunt and had action with geese but they were only able to knock 1 down. A good time was had by all.

Good hunting!
Capt.Dennis
D.C.OUTDOOR ADVENTURES inc.
WWW.HUNTFISHNY.COM

Licensed New York State Hunting/Fishing guide

Posted By:
Paul-Visentin
Field Editor

EASTERN LONG ISLAND 12-09-2009 16:42
Cloudy, High Winds – 45-50 Degrees
HUNTED TUESDAY MORNING killed two mallards very slow, hunted tuesday afternoon, for one black duck. Hunt Wednesday morning, zippo.Hunted wednesday afternoon for one drake mallard. All and all extremely slow. Very few birds around and what birds are around aren’t interested in our rigs. Iam surprised how call shy and non instested these birds are. Going to hit it hard tomorrow, it’s really suppose to cool off so hopefully that will change the birds way of thinking. All 4 hunts were done on tidal waters with a low profile blind boat and cork decoys. I have been calling very little and it still hasn’t made a difference. we’ll see what tomorrow brings. Hunt hard and hunt safe.

Posted By:
George-Ruland
Field Editor

Mid-LI 12-06-2009 08:23
Sunny & Clear, High Winds – 30-34 Degrees – Open Water
Morning…. . Migrants have been arriving to both the north and the south shore of LI this past week. Both diver and puddler numbers are on the increase. Do your HW. Enjoy all the aspects of waterfowling…. . Hunt safe and BWTBWTB, GNR.

Posted By:
whistlestopper
Guest

st lawrence river valley 11-30-2009 18:21
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I have hunted almost everyday this season, now is the toughest time we have had all year killing birds. I line on the canadian border and we don’t even have birds right now, a few divers, but no puddle ducks to speak of. We had good numbers two and a half weeks ago but they have left town, I dont know where they went because everyone south of us is still crying the blues. I have hunted a long time and i have never seen dec 1st be such a ghost town on the st lawrence river unbelevable. good luck to the rest of you.

Posted By:
Paul-Visentin
Field Editor

eastern long island. 11-30-2009 07:25
Cloudy, High Winds – 50-60 Degrees
We hunted hard. Friday afternoon the 27th, Saturday morning and afternoon and Sunday morning with minimal results. For 4 hunts we killed 4 black ducks, 3 mallards and one brant. Even with really windy conditions, I saw very few birds flying. There are still a ton of migrants up north that haven’t begin to move due to the warm weather. I am off from work dec 8th thru 15th and intend on hunting every day. I hope there’s some cooler weather by then, I haven’t seen any gadwalls, wigeon, pintails. We have been seeing a few teal on the bay but very very small groups. Hunt hard and hunt safe. Thanks.

[Edited By Paul-Visentin on 2009-11-30 07:26]

Posted By:
George-Ruland
Field Editor

Mid Long Island 11-24-2009 06:25
Mostly Cloudy, No Precipitation – 40-45 Degrees
There is a fair number of local birds about the island. Migrants are not showing in signifigant numbers. Enjoy you time afield. Take time to enjoy all the aspects of waterfowling. Think safety first. Note the new CG rules regarding PFDs… . Enjoy your time with family and friends. Have a safe and Happy Holiday, GNR.

Posted By:
Paul-Visentin
Field Editor

eastern long island. 11-23-2009 08:28
Cloudy, Winds Calm – 45-50 Degrees
Scouted eastern long island by boat yesterday. Black duck numbers were more than I expected. Very few mallards, didn’t see any teal or gadwalls. Good numbers of geese. Nothing was flying all birds we saw we pushed up. It’s going to be hard hunting with warm temps and no wind. Hunting all day wednesday will have reports to follow.

Posted By:
George-Ruland
Field Editor

Mid LI 11-21-2009 08:30
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Went north yesterday. Some local birds. Did not see a lot of migrants, if any. Will try to get to the west today. BWTBWTB, GNR.

Posted By:
George-Ruland
Field Editor

Mid LI 11-20-2009 05:33
Cloudy, Light Rain & Drizzle – 50-60 Degrees
Paul, I will be heading north, then west, and then south to scout later today. I will report back by tomorrow morning. GNR/

Posted By:
Paul-Visentin
Field Editor

western long island 11-19-2009 19:41
Cloudy, Winds Calm – 50-60 Degrees
George in western long island there are good numbers of geese, brant and mallards, compared to the rest of the island. Numbers are down to date, but western long island seems to be holding more birds. Looks like were going to be traveling west for opening day. I am going to be scouting eastern long island this weekend in my boat. reports to follow.

Posted By:
George-Ruland
Field Editor

Mid-Suffolk, LI 11-18-2009 06:41
Sunny & Clear, Winds Calm – 40-45 Degrees
Mid-island, north and south, is showing a few puddlers and divers but the numbers are down for this time of year. The bulk of the migrants seem to still be to the north. Local geese numbers are solid. No reports of Brandt mid-island. Hunt safe and enjoy the total experience…. ,GNR.

Posted By:
Paul-Visentin
Field Editor

scouting eastern long island. 11-17-2009 12:50
Cloudy, Winds Calm – 50-60 Degrees
A few more black ducks have shown up this week, but very few other birds. The island is being on numbers compared to this time last year. Upstate, NY has zero geese. I was up in Millbrook this past weekend and there aren’t even any birds to hunt. Brant have started showing up in numbers in the great south bay with black ducks and geese. Still over all puddle duck numbers are down considerably in eastern long island. We need some harsh weather up north to get these birds moving. Last year it seemed like it happened over night so I am still optimist. I will be hunting 25th, 26th, 28th and 29th. I will have more reports to follow.

Posted By:
Paul-Visentin
Field Editor

eastern long island. 11-12-2009 06:57
Sunny & Clear, Winds Calm – 60-65 Degrees
Hunted youth weekend Saturday NOV. 7th and 8th. Hunting a fresh water pond from a ground blind we had 4 youth hunters between 13 and 15. One being a girl. At first light we were covered up with mallards with zero wind the birds didn’t work how we wanted them to. coming in for all directions and seeing us in our V shaped ground blind facing the water. We were hoping for more teal and woddies but it was all mallards. We saw one small pack of teal and no wood duck’s I can’t believe there gone already. We end the morning up with 4 mallards. Easily could have killed 10 if our shooting was alittle better. Back out in the afternoon now with the sun and wind at our backs the birds worked much better. For 4 youth hunters we killed 6 mallards. All birds were shot at under 20 yards. They worked perfectly. I think we had 20 or so mallards in under 20 yards decoying, cupped and committed. Kids had a blast and my dog got some work. Sunday morning was even sunnier and less wind. We only ended up with one drake mallard but a great time had by all. Take a kid hunting and pass on the tradition of this great sport we all love.
THANK YOU, regular season is right around the corner and there are very few birds in our area. All we can hope is it cools off. If not it’s going to be a disappointing beginning to the season.

Posted By:
Paul-Visentin
Field Editor

Eastern long island. 10-31-2009 07:36
Sunny & Clear, High Winds – 50-60 Degrees
Youth weekend starts the 7th and 8th. Myself and my buddy bryce are taking two youth hunters to a fresh water pond in watermill. It’s loaded with wood ducks and teal right now. Should be an awesome time. One youth hunter is 15 and the other is 12. We just started seeing mallards and black ducks show up at this pond this week. Will have full reports next weekend after we kick our season off. Hunt safe and take a kid hunting. For me it’s one of the most rewarding parts of our sport.

Posted By:
George-Ruland
Field Editor

Suffolk Co. 10-27-2009 06:05
Cloudy, Light Rain & Drizzle – 50-60 Degrees
Hats off to the officers and comittee members of the South Shore Waterfowlers Association for putting on a great hunting heritage and cultural event, The Annual Duckboat Show and Waterfowl Festival at the Cedar Beach Marina, Ocean Bay Parkway, Babylon, NY. Also hats off to the Co- Sponsors Ducks Unlimited Inc. and the Town of Babylon. Check out the SSWA web site at www.sswa.org. Get envolved. Promote our waterfowling heritage. Take a friend hunting. /// Birds are starting to arrive about the island. Think safety first. Enjoy, GNR.

Posted By:
George-Ruland
Field Editor

Suffolk Co. 10-24-2009 07:22
Mostly Cloudy, No Precipitation – 50-60 Degrees
GREAT Duck and Goose RECIPES at Deltawaterfowl.org/magazine/ at the bottom of the page under ….Chef…Archives…. . // Join Delta Waterfowl today… . // South Shore Waterfowler Duck Boat Show and Waterfowlers Festival tomorrow…. . Hunt safe. Enjoy your time on the water, GNR.

Posted By:
George-Ruland
Field Editor

Suffolk Co. 10-19-2009 13:09
Sunny & Clear, Winds Calm – 40-45 Degrees
This Sunday is the SSWA Duck Boat Show and Waterfowlers Festival at Cedar Beach. Take the family and or a friend…. . Enjoy our great hunting heritage… . GNR.

Posted By:
George-Ruland
Field Editor

Suffolk Co. 10-17-2009 07:23
Cloudy, High Winds – 40-45 Degrees
Some Sea Ducks have appeared within the last week around the island. Numbers are very low. The most action has been on the south side of the island in the ocean. High winds have made it way to dangerous to attempt gunning these birds. Forcasts continue to reflect high winds and high seas for the upcomming week. BWTBWTB, GNR.

Posted By:
George-Ruland
Field Editor

Suffolk 10-01-2009 06:01
Sunny & Clear, High Winds – 60-65 Degrees
Ocean County Waterfowler and Baymens Show (Tuckerton Decoy Show and Calling Contest) was very good . Not so much used equiptment as prior shows, other than boats, but many carvers, product field reps, guides, and goods dealers were in attendance….. . Got to handle a new Binelli Vinci…..demoed by one of there reps… . Action is of a new design. Easier to take apart and clean. Action springs are no longer in the stock. People were able to shoot it . Been in development for 7 years. Very impressive. The Benelli rep said he had shot over 2500 rounds through it in Argentina with testing trials. All very good and very dependable as is all Benelli products…. . The lineup of duck boats….. was impressive. Great food and live music… . A good time was had by all. BWTBWTB, GNR. PS The grand passage has begun.

Posted By:
George-Ruland
Field Editor

09-23-2009 04:37
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Tuckerton NJ Waterfowlers and Baymen’s Festival this weekend….. Sat. and Sun. ….ENJOY. BWTBWTB,GNR.

[Edited By George-Ruland on 2009-09-23 21:52]

Posted By:
George-Ruland
Field Editor

Suffolk 09-18-2009 06:16
Sunny & Clear, Winds Calm – 50-60 Degrees
Fishing continues to improve around the island… . Enjoy the fall run… . // Tuckerton Show….. is the weekend after this. Enjoy. SMSMO and BWTBWTB, GNR.

Posted By:
George-Ruland
Field Editor

Suffolk 09-12-2009 05:00
Cloudy, High Winds – 50-60 Degrees
Reports of some false albacore at the point. The bait is on the move on the north side… Bass to 30 lbs have been jiged at the Elbow. Surf action is picking up…,,,,….. /// Reports indicate that the dark geese are out early and back late… . Best harvests have been in the sweeet corn and on the sod. Hunt safe. BWTBWTB, GNR.

Posted By:
George-Ruland
Field Editor

Suffolk Co. 09-11-2009 09:19
Cloudy, Occassional Rain Showers – 60-65 Degrees
Fishing around the island is changing into the fall mood rapidly. The weather has been dominated by NE winds………as of late. If and when the weather breaks get out and give it a try. Congrats to Hughie for his 51 plus bass over the weekend…. . Enjoy.

Posted By:
Paul-Visentin
Field Editor

Eastern long island. 09-09-2009 06:25
Mostly Cloudy, No Precipitation – 60-65 Degrees
Well, the weather was cooler than I had expected with a slight 5 to 10 north east breeze. On the drive down to the pond I pushed about 35 geese out of the field and another 45 to 50 out of the edge of the pond. All birds flew to the south of me. I set up a dozen big foot floaters along the shore and 6 full bodies on the bank. Tall grass about 20 yards away was high enough to conceal my pond box and the dog. We hunted from 5pm until 7:30 and didn’t see one goose fly. There are a decent amount of wood ducks around. They kept us entertained. Well it was nice to get out, will give it another shot this week. My guess might be that they aren’t going back to this pond until after dark. Did have a few mallards and teal buzz the rig as well.

Thank you.

Posted By:
Paul-Visentin
Field Editor

Eastern long island. 09-08-2009 08:41
Mostly Cloudy, No Precipitation – 60-65 Degrees
Well the long island opener is finally here. Got a small pond with about 100 birds living in it hopefully they pay me a visit after work. Will have full report tomorrow. Pond box and deeks are already in truck. Just gotta pick up the dog on the way out. Cool weather should make the hunt alittle more pleasant. Well see if they move any better.

Posted By:
George-Ruland
Field Editor

09-06-2009 06:21
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Great look’n web site. Go FF…. . Well done… .

Posted By:
George-Ruland
Field Editor

09-02-2009 05:59
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The grind is on upstate… . Check photos on line… . LI opener is on the 8th., as well as, the Lake Champlain area. Bug spray or head nets….for the island . Don’t forget the camera. Enjoy your time afield. Enjoy the total hunt. Bring ice and a cooler. Breast your birds right away and place on ice. Eat them fresh. Freezing ruins the taste and overall quality. Grill till med. rare, let rest for 15 min. enjoy. The recent cold push had the birds and fish moving into a fall mode. BWTBWTB, GNR.

Posted By:
George-Ruland
Field Editor

08-30-2009 19:33
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All are reminded to obtain a new duck stamp and register with HIP at www.ny-hip.com or by calling 1-888-472-5447. LI problem goose starts Sept. 8th. Consult with this years DEC and Federal Migratory Bird Huntiing Regulations. Think safety first. Enjoy the great out of doors, GNR.

Posted By:
George-Ruland
Field Editor

Suffolk 08-28-2009 17:50
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NOTE:a new Navigation Law for this year beginning Nov. 1st will effect waterfowl hunters using mechanical and manpowered water craft. All vessel operators and passengers ,(duckboats, kayaks, canoes etc….), under power( “underway”) (even floating…paddleing, etc..) must be wearing a Coast Guard approved Personal Flotation Device. Fine will be $100. At anchor or on land is NOT “underway”. Hunt safe, Gnr.

Posted By:
George-Ruland
Field Editor

Central Suffolk 08-26-2009 08:23
Sunny & Clear, High Winds – Over 70 Degrees
Good to hear from you Paul. I am feeling very good this year and looking forward to the upcoming season. // Local geese have begun to group up a bit. I saw good flights yesterday AM. BWTBWTB, GNR.

Posted By:
Paul-Visentin
Field Editor

Eastern Long Island. 08-25-2009 10:54
Sunny & Clear, Winds Calm – Over 70 Degrees
Looking forward getting on some local problem geese in a few weeks. Numbers in a few of my spots seem alittle higher than normal. I think clutches this year were above normal for our area. Hopefully weather cools off. I wasn’t able to get out last year due to warm temps. I am hoping this September is cooler than last. Going to start working on the duck boat this week too. George how have you been? I hope all is well.

thanks.

Posted By:
George-Ruland
Field Editor

08-14-2009 01:51
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Hunting licenses go on sale Aug. 17th. Turkey Season will be from Nov. 21st to 25th. Permits are $10… . Limited areas of harvest. Check with the DEC Regs… . BWTBWTB, GNR. PS TAKE A FRIEND OR RELATIVE HUNTING OR SHOOTING.

Posted By:
George-Ruland
Field Editor

08-09-2009 05:31
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Tentative season dates are available from the DEC… . Licenses go on sale shortly… . Actual dates and bags upcomming. // Fishing around the island remains very good. S,ABWTBWTB. SM and MO, GNR.

Posted By:
George-Ruland
Field Editor

07-31-2009 21:33
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Preparation is underway for the early problem goose season. Often the fact that geese are more family oriented at this time can make it difficult to decoy them. Dark geese tend to not land with other family groups and or hang out just by themselves. This can often make them go to a nearby area… instead of to your decs. Check out the habits of the families in your areas. Sit one member of your party by the decs and one in a likesy spot near by. As larger food sources such as corn is cut and become available they often will start to get more gregarious… The more you scout the better you do… . Bring some bug repellent for the knats… . Safety first. BWTBWTB, GNR.

Posted By:
George-Ruland
Field Editor

Suffolk 07-23-2009 02:59
Mostly Cloudy, No Precipitation – 60-65 Degrees
The scup still remain in transition in most areas. Bass mid island tend to be a night event. Blues are spread out on top sipping sand ells mid island. Some fluke are showing north but pretty much all shorts. Moriches seems to be void of bait fish at this time. Night fishing e and w on the south side has been a steady pick with some keepers. Bigger fish are to the west and east. Keep a tight line, GNR.

[Edited By George-Ruland on 2009-07-23 03:00]

Posted By:
George-Ruland
Field Editor

Suffolk 07-19-2009 04:29
Sunny & Clear, Winds Calm – 60-65 Degrees
Good morning New Yorkers. The sun in shinning on our back yards. What a beautiful morning. By the way…. duck numbers are up. // Time to prepare for problem goose. Scout, bring along family and friends….. . Enjoy the great outdoors. When afield fishing or hunting, take what you use. BWTBWTB,GNR.

Posted By:
George-Ruland
Field Editor

Suffolk 07-12-2009 05:42
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The Scup are in transition, smaller Bass and Blues are spread out and following the sand ells, Larger Bass are to te East and NW chasing porgs, ells, and bunker. // Local ducks are molting and early problem goose is just around the corner. Scout now and later. BWTBWTB, GNR.

Posted By:
George-Ruland
Field Editor

Suffolk 07-08-2009 09:01
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Some bass over 50 lbs were taken on the east end this past full moon. The bite was slower than last year at this time but many fish in the mid to high 30s were taken also. Some keeper bass have been taken on both the north and south shore the past week but the majority of big fish hve moved east. Nite tides with ells have shown the best action. The Scup are spread out but plentiful. Summer flounder fishing has been slow… . Enjoy your time on the water. Safety first. GNR.

Posted By:
George-Ruland
Field Editor

Suffolk Co. 07-04-2009 11:15
Sunny & Clear, High Winds – Over 70 Degrees
Happy 4th of July to ALL. Have a great holiday with family and friends. Live free,GNR.

Posted By:
George-Ruland
Field Editor

Suffolk Co. 06-30-2009 19:51
Cloudy, Rain & Thunderstorms – Over 70 Degrees
This years South Shore Waterfowlers Duckboat Show and Waterfowl Festival will be held on Sunday October 25th (rain date Sunday Nov. 1st). Exhibitors and vendors(open to the public) are reminded to put this event on your calendar now. Applications for vendors and exhibitors are available by calling Curt Matzinger at 1 631 661 0379. / Anyone interested in joining the South Shore Waterfowler should send dues: 1 yr $25; 2 yr $45; 3 yr $60; to South Shore Waterfowlers Association PO Box 217 Brightwaters, NY 11718. Include name, address, phone number, and e-mail.

Posted By:
George-Ruland
Field Editor

Suffolk Co. 06-29-2009 11:36
Sunny & Clear, High Winds – Over 70 Degrees
Time to work on your shooting game now. Get out and improve your success on the water and marshes next season. It can make the time a field even more satisfying. Practice both point and sweep shooting techniques. Try Sporters, Trap, Skeet, and Five Stand, or throw your own…. . Get some instruction from your friends and or the instructors at your area courses and ranges. / Take what you use, GNR.

Posted By:
George-Ruland
Field Editor

Suffolk Co. 02-09-2009 10:38
Sunny & Clear, Winds Calm – 35-40 Degrees
Just a reminder that The Antique Decoy Collectors Show will be held in Patchogue on Feb. 28th 9am to 4 pm on Railrosd Ave.,one half block south of main street on the east side at the Patchogue Manor( the old K of C Hall). Parking in the municipal lot behind. Decoys, art work, calls….. ….. . Enjoy.

[Edited By George-Ruland on 2009-02-26 07:59]

Posted By:
stockbru
Web Member

East end of Long Island 01-15-2009 15:02
Cloudy, Accumulating Snow – 25-30 Degrees – Ice
Went out Sat 1-10-09 and pick away a some sea ducks in the morning. We came back mid morning and shot lots of geese, Mallards & Blacks in some corn fields

Just a great day waterfowling. It doesnt get any better

Also shot some nice geese this morning in the snow. Good fun

Posted By:
George-Ruland
Field Editor

Suffolk Co. 01-06-2009 08:56
– – 30-34 Degrees – Open Water
Not allot of reports comming in from around the island. Have not seen all that many hunters out and about the island the past couple of weeks. High winds have been hampering the shooting, especially on the open waters. Good amounts of puddlers, divers, and geese about the island prior to the holidays. The bright spots have been geese to the east and Brandt to the west. A few ramps are frozen in. Take care launching in and around the ice. Scout, hunt safe, and BWTBWTB, GNR. HAPPY NEW YEARS!